Airport Comparison
| PBF | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | PBF | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KPBF | OERK |
| City | Pine Bluff | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 206 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.170000, -91.940000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Pine Bluff (PBF) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) in Pine Bluff, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,123 kilometers (7,533 miles / 6,546 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 39°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:41 in Pine Bluff, it's 02:41 in Riyadh. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,843 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Pine Bluff (PBF) follows a heading of 325° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Pinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.